If officers suspect you may have committed a crime, they are likely to interview you. Before doing so, however, they typically must advise you of your Miranda rights. These include both your right to remain silent and your right to legal counsel during material parts...

Nebraska officials may file theft by deception charges if evidence shows false words or actions helped an individual take property from another. The statute of limitations, however, generally requires a prosecutor to charge a defendant within three years of an alleged...

If your loved one is in jail, it is natural to want to get him or her out. Most commonly, you will be able to do this for your loved one if you post bail for him or her. However, there are some things you should be aware of before you post bond for somebody else. You...

Should you find yourself facing criminal charges, you can likely expect that the prosecutor will offer your attorney a plea bargain to relay to and discuss with you. But should you accept it? The answer to that all-important question depends on what kind of plea...

Acknowledging your mistakes and doing your part to make things right can feel good and give you hope for your future. Proving to the people around you that you have changed may create a bit of a challenge. When your reputation suffers it can make things like getting a...

In Nebraska, even a first-time DUI conviction may lead to steep consequences. In addition to spending seven to 60 days in jail, you may face a $500 fine and loss of your license for six months. You may also have to install an ignition interlock device and attend a...

The increased awareness of rape and sexual assault are impacting the way our justice system treats these tragic issues in Nebraska and elsewhere. Courts take these claims more seriously than in times past, but this also means that those who make false claims of sexual...

During a traffic stop or after an accident, a law enforcement officer may have reasonable grounds to believe that you may be under the influence of alcohol. If so, the officer has the authority to require you to provide a sample for chemical testing. The requested...

Shoplifting and theft are serious crimes that could land you in jail. They may also cost you money and cause extreme embarrassment in your personal life. There is even the potential that if you get caught that you could face trouble at work. This is disheartening,...

When a person intends to deprive another person of his or her rightful property, he or she is guilty of theft. Theft is a crime and, depending on the value of the property taken, can result in felony charges. Felony theft charges alone pose a threat to a person’s...